As an editor, proofreader, and copywriter for the past nine years, I enjoy working closely with authors to help them refine their voices and prepare their manuscripts for publication. I offer high-quality, professional, and affordable editing services, and my clients include New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestselling authors.
Manuscripts I've edited: I've had the pleasure of working with authors who write across a wide range of genres, including romance, fantasy/urban fantasy/magical realism, action/adventure, science fiction, historical fiction, humor & satire, memoir, and non-fiction. I also have experience in YA, NA, and Middle Grade novels. I work with all genres except erotica and extreme horror. You can read a selection of testimonials from some of my clients at
https://www.caraquinlan.com/testimonials.
Why I love what I do: Playing a small part in helping writers realize their dreams is an incredibly rewarding experience for me. I've always been a lover of words and grammar, and I take great pride in working with clients from all walks of life to polish their writing and bring out the very best of their talent.
Current deals and discounts: Calling all Urban Fantasy authors! Book a proofreading spot with me during the month of October and receive 20% off your first manuscript.
AVAILABILITY (Updated 9/2018): I'm pleased to announce that I'm reopening my schedule to new editing clients! Contact me directly at cara.quinlan@icloud.com to inquire about my next available editing or proofreading slot. I'm also booking returning clients as usual for all editing services.
Editing ServicesI offer three types of editing services, depending on the level of attention that your manuscript needs. If you aren't sure which service best applies to you, feel free to contact me for a complimentary assessment.
Proofreading, $.004/word: This final check for surface-level errors in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and word usage is a must for all authors who want to deliver a polished finished product to their readers. Both a visual and audio read-through are conducted to ensure the maximum number of errors are caught. Read more at
https://www.caraquinlan.com/proofreading.
Copy Editing Package, $.01/word for a two-pass edit (copy edit + proofread): This highly technical, nitty-gritty stage of editing primarily ensures that your writing is grammatically sound, but also focuses heavily on syntax and sentence structure to present a manuscript that flows well and provides an enjoyable reading experience. Read more at
https://www.caraquinlan.com/copy-editing-cx38.
Line Editing Package, $.0145/word for a two-pass edit (line edit + proofread): This rigorous evaluation challenges every word, sentence, and paragraph in your manuscript and delves deep into the writing process to bring out your best work. Line editing enhances the prose, suggests stylistic choices, and helps to make your writing as engaging as possible. Read more at
https://www.caraquinlan.com/line-editing.
Sample edits: I'm happy to perform a complimentary 1,000-word sample copy edit or line edit. Please note that I do not offer sample proofreads because no editorial changes are being made to the manuscript; rather, I'm looking for errors that have crept through after your manuscript has already gone through a round (or two) of editing.
Thanks for considering me! For more information and to reserve your space in my calendar, please visit my website at
www.caraquinlan.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
